2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 874 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | D8 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
